earphone

noun

ear·​phone ˈir-ˌfōn 

: a device that converts electrical energy into sound waves and is worn over or inserted into the ear

Examples of earphone in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Their unobtrusive placement complements their immersive musicality, hitherto only possible outdoors with high-end earphones or headphones connected to sophisticated digital acoustic conversion equipment costing a bundle. — Mark Swed, Los Angeles Times, 16 July 2026

But, perhaps more importantly, a new open-ear Galaxy Able product would provide an opportunity to sell a second pair of earphones to existing customers. — Paul Monckton, Forbes.com, 7 July 2026

The Liberty 5 Pro Max is among just a few earphones to offer such tools. — Christian De Looper, PC Magazine, 30 June 2026

Use earphones for music and movies and keep conversations at a reasonable volume. — Jill Schildhouse, Southern Living, 27 June 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1881, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for earphone

• alone
• atone
• backbone
• bemoan
• bluestone
• breastbone
• brownstone
• capstone
• cheekbone
• condone
• curbstone
• cyclone

Kids Definition

earphone

noun

ear·​phone ˈi(ə)r-ˌfōn 

: a device that changes electrical energy into sound waves and is worn over or inserted into the ear